Junior Field Technician – Wireless & Fibre

About the role

The Junior Field Technician will be based in Aliwal North and will lead installations and repairs on wireless or fibre networks, primarily for homes and small businesses. The role involves following standard operating procedures, ensuring safety, and delivering excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Follow SOPs, work closely with a Team Leader and Scheduler, and maintain project and safety documentation.
• Perform fibre and wireless troubleshooting, including splicing, testing, signal measurement and basic network issue resolution.
• Install and configure fibre and wireless CPEs, run internal and external cable, and set up basic access points and VoIP systems.
• Provide accurate reporting, update tickets, and complete all required SHER and OHS documentation.
• Ensure required stock and equipment are available, maintain tools, and keep equipment in good condition.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and be available for overtime, weekends or emergency call‑outs.

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year experience in fibre optic splicing and 1 year in RF/wireless work.
• Grade 12 education; driver’s licence with a clean record.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem‑solving abilities.
• Physically fit, able to work at heights and handle heavy equipment.
• Good communication skills and a customer‑service mindset.

Required skills

• Fibre optic splicing and termination with connectors.
• RF/Wireless signal testing and troubleshooting.
• Network troubleshooting (IP conflicts, firewall and routing issues).
• VoIP system installation and configuration.
• Use of FO troubleshooting tools such as OTDR and mass fusion splicers.
• Operation of fusion splicing machines.
• Installation of network and fibre cable runs.
• Setup of access points and basic network equipment.